Basics of Permaculture From The Free School

Granite sand, cheap and abundant, have valuable micro-nutrients for the soil.

Duane Marcus Holding a Bag of Holly-tone Fertilizer

Duane Marcus Explaining the Soil Food Web Diagram

Duane Marcus Explaining the Chemistry of Manure

Matt Magnuson Holding Fertile Soil

Duane Marcus Explaining the Maintenance of a Fertile Soil

Melanie Jae Martin and Duane Marcus

Duane Marcus Describing Planting and Harvest Seasons

Duane Marcus, organic farmer for 30 years, gave a presentation at the Truely Living Well gardens on urban gardening organised by The Free School program. The program is a popular initiative amongst Atlanta activists giving primordial importance to self-sufficiency and independance from the currency system. From Duane, we learned about the importance of nutrients for the soil and how good nutrients make better food; how to prepare and maintain fertile soil; protection against parasites in the soil; and when to plant and harvest.

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WEALTH PRESERVATION AND URBAN REVITALIZATION

Streets of Atlanta is a new photo blog promoting the potential of our neighborhoods for urban revitalization and strong local markets.

The Durham Shooting Club was created to celebrate Durham's strong architectural bones and the pride its inhabitants exhibit for their community.

Did You Know That

Since 1995, just 10 percent of subsidized American farms -- the largest and wealthiest operations -- have raked in 74 percent of all subsidy payments. Yet, only a tiny fraction of the farm bill funding goes to programs that support healthy fruits and vegetables.